Charles Kanjama
KenyaSenior CounselMale5.5Global Dominance: 0.00%Charles Kanjama is a prominent Kenyan Senior Counsel who has been actively involved in legal discourse surrounding the judiciary and constitutional matters in Kenya. He is known for his perspective that the country can function without the Supreme Court, arguing that the Court of Appeal and High Court can fulfill essential judicial roles. Kanjama's views have gained attention amidst discussions about the potential overhaul of the Supreme Court bench, where he emphasizes the need for stability and the functioning of government institutions.
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Charles Kanjama is the President of the Law Society of Kenya.
The making of EAC friction after Martha Karua is deported from UgandaKenya· 2026-06-23
Charles Kanjama is the President of the Law Society of Kenya.
Friction in EAC as Karua is deported from UgandacKenya· 2026-06-22Charles Kanjama is the President of the Law Society of Kenya and criticized the selective exclusion of Martha Karua from Uganda.
'They snatched my phones': Karua recounts Uganda deportation ordealKenya· 2026-06-22
Charles Kanjama insisted on the need to compel the government to disclose the details of the deal.
Court orders state to make public Sh1.7b US Ebola quarantine facility dealKenya· 2026-06-02
Charles Kanjama's election as President of the Law Society of Kenya has sparked varied public commentary regarding his conservative views and past opposition to the current Constitution.
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Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president contesting for the top seat.
Court finds PCEA clerics guilty of contempt, face jailKenya· 2026-02-19
The orders by Justice Lawrence Mugambi opened the way for a three-horse race comprising Kabata, who wants to succeed his boss, senior lawyer Charles Kanjama.
How Nairobi County's transfer of functions raises governance questionsKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama wants to succeed his boss, senior lawyer Faith Odhiambo.
Zanzibar launches $12 million heritage restoration drive with private partnerKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama was elected the 52nd President of the Law Society of Kenya by garnering 3,728 votes.
Odhiambo leads congratulations as Kanjama becomes LSK's 52nd presidentKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and wants to succeed as the president of the Law Society of Kenya.
Opposition abandons IG Kanja talks, targets 12 officers over Witima attackKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama wants to succeed as the president of the Law Society of Kenya after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
Court declares John Chebochok unfit to hold public officeKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president seeking the top seat.
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Charles Kanjama has been elected the 52nd president of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) after garnering 3,728 votes.
The Bar speaks: Charles Kanjama wins LSK presidencyKenya· 2026-02-19Charles Kanjama is seeking to succeed as the president of the Law Society of Kenya after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
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Senior lawyer Charles Kanjama wants to succeed as the society’s president after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
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Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer who wants to succeed as the president of the Law Society of Kenya.
Russia denies recruiting Kenyans for Ukraine war, terms NIS report propagandaKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and the current Nairobi LSK branch president who wants to succeed Faith Odhiambo.
Inside bill seeking to end detention of bodies, treat emergenciesKenya· 2026-02-19Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer seeking to become the president of the Law Society of Kenya after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
Activist seeks to open legal practice to laymen, raids advocates pocketsKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president contesting for the presidency of the Law Society of Kenya.
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The orders by Justice Lawrence Mugambi opened the way for a three-horse race comprising Kabata, who wants to succeed his boss, senior lawyer Charles Kanjama, who wants the top seat after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
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Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer who wants to succeed Faith Odhiambo as the president of the Law Society of Kenya.
Wanga: Shun Sifuna and his team, they want to take us to oppositionKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and the current president of the Nairobi LSK branch.
Bill to help school principalsKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president seeking the top seat.
UN Sudan probe finds 'hallmarks of genocide' in El-FasherKenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president who is also contesting for the presidency.
Inside MPs' strict proposals to regulate TikTokKenya· 2026-02-19Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and a presidential candidate in the Law Society of Kenya elections.
LSK decides: Lawyers head to the polls to elect new leaders (Photos)Kenya· 2026-02-19
Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and wants to succeed as the society’s president after serving as Nairobi LSK branch president.
Sifuna's removal as ODM secretary general was unprocedural, Ruth Odinga speaksKenya· 2026-02-19Charles Kanjama is a senior lawyer and former Nairobi LSK branch president who is also contesting for the presidency.
Court paves way for a three-horse race as lawyers pick next LSK bossKenya· 2026-02-19Charles Kanjama congratulated the nominees and praised the Court of Appeal.
Explained: Court of Appeal nominations spark debate on gender balanceKenya· 2026-01-25
Senior Counsel Charles Kanjama has raised concern over what he described as declining integrity within the Judiciary and the broader legal profession.
Kanjama: How integrity is eroding confidence in JudiciaryKenya· 2026-01-21Lawyer Charles Kanjama advised the LSK president to be cautious about accepting government appointments.
Faith Odhiambo resigns from Ruto's victim's compensation panelKenya· 2025-10-06
